Car Profiles - Toyota Hilux

TOYOTA HILUX

10 years later, a new styled Hilux makes its debut. A cabin which is as comfy as a car and new sets of engines having more grunt comes standard. Prices have gone high though.

The Good: New and neat technologies tucked in

The Bad: Prices are higher than before

Price Range: P929,000-P1,685,000

Our Rating: ***

Last Update: July 31, 2015

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	2.8 G	2.4 G	2.4 E	2.4 J
Price	P1,555,000 (MT), P1,685,000 (AT)	P1,208,000 (MT), P1,283,000 (AT)	P1,033,000	P929,000
Warranty	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	1GD-FTV 2.8 DOHC 16V I4	2GD-FTV (High) 2.4 DOHC 16V I4	2GD-FTV (High) 2.4 DOHC 16V I4	2GD-FTV (Low) 2.4 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	174hp @ 3,400rpm	147hp @ 3,400rpm	147hp @ 3,400rpm	147hp @ 3,400rpm
Torque	420Nm @ 1,600-2,400rpm (MT), 450Nm @ 1,600-2,400rpm (AT)	400Nm @ 1,600-2,000rpm	400Nm @ 1,600-2,000rpm	343Nm @ 1,400-2,800rpm
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel	Diesel	Diesel
Fuel System	Direct Injection Common Rail D-4D	Direct Injection Common Rail D-4D	Direct Injection Common Rail D-4D	Direct Injection Common Rail D-4D
Transmission	6-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Automatic	6-Speed Manual, 6-Speed Automatic	6-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	80 Liters	80 Liters	80 Liters	80 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	5,335mm	5,335mm	5,285mm	5,285mm
Width	1,855mm	1,855mm	1,815mm	1,800mm
Height	1,815mm	1,815mm	1,815mm	1,700mm
Wheelbase	3,085mm	3,085mm	3,085mm	3,085mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	4 Door Pick Up	4 Door Pick Up	4 Door Pick Up	4 Door Pick Up
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive, Full Time	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Leaf Spring Rigid Axle	Leaf Spring Rigid Axle	Leaf Spring Rigid Axle	Leaf Spring Rigid Axle
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes	Leading-Trailing Drums	Leading-Trailing Drums	Leading-Trailing Drums	Leading-Trailing Drums
Tires	265/65 R17	265/65 R17	225/70 R17	205/70 R15
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy	17 Inch Alloy	17 Inch Steel	15 Inch Steel
SAFETY
Airbags	7	3	3	3
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist (Brake Assist for Automatic Only)	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability Control	Stability Control, A-TRC Traction Control (Automatic Models Only)	None	None	None
Other Safety Features	Adds: Intelligent Manual Transmission (Manual Models Only), Hill Start Assist Control (Automatic Models Only)	None	None	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	Front	Front	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Auto Disconnect Differential, Built In Differential Lock	Adds: Side Step Board	None	None
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane	Urethane	Urethane	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: None	Adds: Illuminated Entry Display	Adds: Multi Information Display	Accessory Power Outlet
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering
Climate Control	Automatic	Automatic	Manual	Manual
Audio System	6.5 Inch Touchscreen with AM/FM/CD/MP3/ AUX/USB/Bluetooth/ Navigation	6.5 Inch Touchscreen with AM/FM/CD/MP3/ AUX/USB/Bluetooth/ Navigation	AM/FM/CD /MP3/AUX/USB/ Bluetooth	AM/FM/CD /MP3/AUX/USB
Speakers	6	6	4	4
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio	Yes, Audio	Yes, Audio	None
Alarm	Yes, With Horn and Immobilizer	Yes, With Horn and Immobilizer	None	None
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes	Yes	None
RIVALS	Chevrolet Colorado, Ford Ranger, Isuzu D-Max, Mazda BT-50, Mitsubishi Strada, Nissan Navara

See previous generation models of the Hilux:

Toyota Hilux (1993-1997)

Toyota Hilux (1997-2004)

Toyota Hilux (2004-2015)

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Hyundai Elantra Wagon - Generation 2 (1996-2000)

HYUNDAI ELANTRA WAGON (1996-2000)

Hyundai's first attempt locally to compete with the Corolla/Civic rivalry, the Elantra Wagon (a rarity) has all McPherson struts, all disc brakes, and ABS braking system, The nameplate would return seven years later after being discontinued.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	Wagon
Years Available	July 1996-2000
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	G4GR 1.6 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	113hp @ 6,100rpm
Torque	143Nm @ 3,000rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	55 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,450mm
Width	1,700mm
Height	1,491mm
Wheelbase	2,550mm
Curb Weight	1,216kg
Body Style	5 Door Wagon
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	McPherson Strut
Front Brakes	Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc
Tires
Wheels	13 Inch Alloy or Steel with Cover
SAFETY
Airbags	0
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes
Traction/Stability Control	None
Other Safety Features	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	None
Other Exterior Features	Rear Wiper, Roof Rails
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric
Other Interior Features	None
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/Cassette
Speakers	4
Steering Wheel Controls	None
Alarm	None
Keyless Entry	None
NOTES
RIVALS	Suzuki Esteem

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Peugeot 206 - Generation 1 (2003-2007)

PEUGEOT 206 (2003-2007)

The smallest vehicle in Peugeot's line-up, the 206 is similarly sized to the Jazz but equipment levels are Picanto like especially that rear windows are manually operated for a French vehicle costing more. With continuous price increases and less dealer support, Peugeot pulled the plug in 2007 until a return five years later.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	1.4
Years Available	October 2003-2007
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	1.4 SOHC 8V I4
Horsepower	90hp @ 5,500rpm
Torque	120Nm @ 2,800rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	50 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	3,835mm
Width	1,652mm
Height	1,432mm
Wheelbase	2,442mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	5 Door Hatchback
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut with Trailing Arms
Rear Suspension	Torsion Bar
Front Brakes	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Drum
Tires	175/65 R14
Wheels	14 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	0
Anti-Lock Brakes	None
Traction/Stability Control	None
Other Safety Features	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front and Rear
Other Exterior Features	Automatic On Headlamp, Rain Sensing Wipers, Rear Wiper, Rear Spoiler with Third Brake Lamp
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric
Other Interior Features	60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Front Underseat Tray, Service Indicator with Multi Language Display
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows (Front), Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/CD
Speakers	6
Steering Wheel Controls	None
Alarm	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes, with Immobilizer
NOTES
RIVALS

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Volvo V50 - Generation 2 (2004-2013)

VOLVO V50 (2004-2013)

Simultaneously released with its sedan (S40) counterpart, the V50 does not have any differences other than body style. Apart from that, there's not much else and this one got discontinued in 2011 although sales stopped in 2013.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	2.4i
Years Available	September 2004-April 2013
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	2.4 DOHC 20V I5
Horsepower	170hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	230Nm @ 4,400rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/95 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	5-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	55 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,522mm
Width	1,548mm
Height	1,457mm
Wheelbase	2,640mm
Curb Weight	1,483kg
Body Style	5 Door Wagon
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi Link
Front Brakes	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Solid Disc
Tires	205/55 R16
Wheels	16 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	6
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Dynamic Stability and Traction Control
Other Safety Features	Rear Parking Sensors
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front and Rear
Other Exterior Features	Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Puddle Lamps
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver
Seating Material	Leather
Other Interior Features	60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Cargo Compartment Cover and Net
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Fold
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual
Audio System	AM/FM/6 CD/MP3/WMA/AUX
Speakers	8
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes, Audio
Alarm	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes, with Immobilizer
NOTES	Folding side mirrors, MP3/WMA and auxiliary capabilities added sometime in 2009.
RIVALS

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Chery Cowin - Generation 1 (2007-2012)

CHERY COWIN (2007-2012)

Slotting below the A5, the Cowin is aimed primarily towards the taxi and fleet market. The SEAT Toledo inspired sedan falls flat, and got discontinued in 2012.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	1.6
Years Available	July 2007-2012
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	1.6 SOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	116hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	149Nm @ 4,500rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	55 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,393mm
Width	1,682mm
Height	1,424mm
Wheelbase	2,468mm
Curb Weight	1,110kg
Body Style	5 Door Hatchback
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Trailing Arm with Coil Spring
Front Brakes	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc
Tires	185/60 R14
Wheels	14 Inch Steel with Cover
SAFETY
Airbags	0
Anti-Lock Brakes	None
Traction/Stability Control	None
Other Safety Features	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front
Other Exterior Features	None
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Silver Accents
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering
Climate Control	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/Cassette
Speakers	2
Steering Wheel Controls	None
Alarm	None
Keyless Entry	None
NOTES
RIVALS	Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Nissan Sentra 1.3 GX, Toyota Vios

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Chery A5 - Generation 1 (2007-2012)

CHERY A5 (2007-2012)

Released in 2007, the A5 is positioned above the Cowin (which is a crude car) that carries a 1.6 engine and power amenities. Although it looked decent, not so good sales had it discontinued in 2012.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	1.6 ACTECO
Years Available	July 2007-2012
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	1.6 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	108hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	144Nm @ 4,300-4,500rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	52 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,552mm
Width	1,750mm
Height	1,483mm
Wheelbase	2,600mm
Curb Weight	1,290kg
Body Style	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi Link
Front Brakes	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Solid Disc
Tires	195/55 R15
Wheels	15 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	2
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes
Traction/Stability Control	None
Other Safety Features	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front and Rear
Other Exterior Features	None
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Silver Accents
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/CD
Speakers	6
Steering Wheel Controls	None
Alarm	None
Keyless Entry	None
NOTES
RIVALS	Chevrolet Optra, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sentra, Toyota Corolla Altis

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Car Profiles - Mahindra Enforcer

MAHINDRA ENFORCER

Your next patrol car that protects your municipality would be this Mahindra SUV, which can be had in either single or double cab in both 4x2 or 4x4 models. 

Price Range: P650,000-P895,000

Last Update: July 25, 2015

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	Double Cab 4x4	Double Cab 4x2	Single Cab 4x4	Single Cab 4x2
Price	P895,000	P750,000	P795,000	P650,000
Warranty	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	NEF-TCI 2.5 16V I4 Turbo	NEF-TCI 2.5 16V I4 Turbo	NEF-TCI 2.5 16V I4 Turbo	NEF-TCI 2.5 16V I4 Turbo
Horsepower	100hp @ 3,800rpm	100hp @ 3,800rpm	100hp @ 3,800rpm	100hp @ 3,800rpm
Torque	240Nm @ 1,800rpm	240Nm @ 1,800rpm	240Nm @ 1,800rpm	240Nm @ 1,800rpm
Fuel Type	Diesel	Diesel	Diesel	Diesel
Fuel System	TCI	TCI	TCI	TCI
Transmission	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	56 Liters	56 Liters	56 Liters	56 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,924mm	4,924mm	4,924mm	4,924mm
Width	1,815mm	1,815mm	1,815mm	1,815mm
Height	1,885mm	1,885mm	1,885mm	1,885mm
Wheelbase	3,014mm	3,014mm	3,014mm	3,014mm
Curb Weight	1,975kg	1,875kg	1,875kg	1,775kg
Body Style	5 Door SUV	5 Door SUV	2 Door SUV	2 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5	2	2
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Torsion Bar with Stabilizer Bar and Hydraulic Shock Absorber	Torsion Bar with Stabilizer Bar and Hydraulic Shock Absorber	Torsion Bar with Stabilizer Bar and Hydraulic Shock Absorber	Torsion Bar with Stabilizer Bar and Hydraulic Shock Absorber
Rear Suspension	Semi Elliptical Progressive Leaf Spring	Semi Elliptical Progressive Leaf Spring	Semi Elliptical Progressive Leaf Spring	Semi Elliptical Progressive Leaf Spring
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc and Caliper	Ventilated Disc and Caliper	Ventilated Disc and Caliper	Ventilated Disc and Caliper
Rear Brakes	Drum	Drum	Drum	Drum
Tires	235/75 R15	235/75 R15	235/75 R15	235/75 R15
Wheels	15 Inch Steel	15 Inch Steel	15 Inch Steel	15 Inch Steel
SAFETY
Airbags	0	0	0	0
Anti-Lock Brakes	None	None	None	None
Traction/Stability Control	None	None	None	None
Other Safety Features	None	None	None	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	None	None	None	None
Other Exterior Features	Adds: None	Adds: None	Adds: None	Cab Protector
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Fixed	Fixed	Fixed	Fixed
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane	Urethane	Urethane	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Seating Material
Other Interior Features	None	None	None	None
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows	Steering, Windows	Steering, Windows	Steering, Windows
Climate Control	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM	AM/FM	AM/FM	AM/FM
Speakers	2	2	2	2
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None	None	None
Alarm	None	None	None	None
Keyless Entry	None	None	None	None
RIVALS	Ford Ranger XL, Isuzu D-Max LT, Mitsubishi L200, Mitsubishi Strada GL, Nissan NP300 Navara Base, Toyota Hilux J

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Car Profiles - Mahindra Xylo

MAHINDRA XYLO

Competing with the Innova and Crosswind, the Xylo offers a fresh breath from the popular rivals. One advantage is a diesel engine which produces more torque than its main rival and a multitude of seating configurations for just P850,000.

The Good: You get more options for the price

The Bad: Some unrefinement

Price Range: P850,000

Our Rating: ***

Last Update: July 25, 2015

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	Xylo
Price	P850,000
Warranty	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	mHawk 2.2 16V I4 Turbodiesel with VGT
Horsepower	120hp @ 4,000rpm
Torque	280Nm @ 1,800-2,800rpm
Fuel Type	Diesel
Fuel System	Common Rail Direct Injection
Transmission	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	55 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,520mm
Width	1,850mm
Height	1,905mm
Wheelbase	2,760mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	5 Door MPV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	Option of 7, 8, or 9
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Coil Springs with Anti-Roll Bar
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link Coil Springs
Front Brakes	Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes	Drum
Tires	215/75 R15
Wheels	15 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	2
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes
Traction/Stability Control	None
Other Safety Features	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front
Other Exterior Features	Rear Wiper, Side Step Board, Roof Rails
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual
Seating Material	Leather
Other Interior Features	Rear Aircon Vents
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Manual, Dual
Audio System	AM/FM/CD/MP3/USB/SD Card
Speakers	6
Steering Wheel Controls	None
Alarm	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes
RIVALS	Chevrolet Spin, Honda Mobilio, Isuzu Crosswind, Mitsubishi Adventure, Suzuki APV, Suzuki Ertiga, Toyota Avanza, Toyota Innova

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Car Profiles - BMW X6

BMW X6

The king of niches was treated to a second generation model which gains more luggage room and an 8-speed automatic. Only one engine is offered: a 3.0 diesel that produces 560Nm of torque.

The Good: BMW's performance is still there

The Bad: Not for everyone

Price Range: P7,790,000

Our Rating: ***

Last Update: July 25, 2015

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	X6
Price	P7,790,000
Warranty	2 Years or 50,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	BMW TwinPower Turbo 3.0 I6
Horsepower	258hp @ 4,000rpm
Torque	560Nm @ 1,500-3,000rpm
Fuel Type	Diesel
Fuel System	Common Rail Direct Injection
Transmission	8-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,909mm
Width	1,989mm
Height	1,702mm
Wheelbase	2,933mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive
Seating	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Front Brakes	Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc
Tires	R20
Wheels	20 Inch Alloy, Mixed Run Flat Tires
SAFETY
Airbags	6
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Dynamic Stability Control and Dynamic Traction Control
Other Safety Features	Speed Sensing Locks, Run Flat Tires with Tire Deflect Indicator, Front and Rear Park Distance Control, Rear View Camera
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Yes
Other Exterior Features	Aluminum Running Board, Automatic Tailgate, Rain Sensor with Automatic Daytime Driving Lights Control, Xenon Headlights, Comfort Adaptive Suspension Package
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver and Front Passenger
Seating Material	Leather
Other Interior Features	Lights Package, Rear View Mirror with Automatic Anti-Dazzle Function, Smoker's Package, Storage Compartment Package, Velour Floor Mats, Brake Energy Regeneration, Eco Pro Driving Experience Control, Automatic Start/Stop Function
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering (Servotronic Electric), Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Anti Dazzle
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual
Audio System	10.2 Inch High Resoulution Screen with AM/FM/AUX/USB/Bluetooth/Smartphone Connectivity/Navigation/iDrive
Speakers	With Hi-Fi
Steering Wheel Controls	Yes
Alarm	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes
RIVALS

See previous generation models of the X6:

BMW X6 (2008-2015)

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Car Profiles - MG GT

MG GT

The GT may be the brand's expensive offering for now, but looking at its option sheet may justify things. Turbo engines and a sunroof can be availed for just below a million bucks, with good looks a bonus.

The Good: Amenities for the price
The Bad: Unknown and untested

Price Range: P895,000-P995,000
Our Rating: ***

Last Update: July 25, 2015

OWNERSHIP DETAILS	1.4	1.5 GT
Price	P995,000	P895,000
Warranty	3 Years or 100,000kms	3 Years or 100,000kms
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	SGE 1.4 TGI 16V I4 Turbocharged	NSE 1.5 DVVT 16V I4 Turbocharged
Horsepower	148hp @ 5,600rpm	127hp @ 6,000rpm
Torque	235Nm @ 1,600-4,400rpm	210Nm @ 4,500rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/91 Octane	Gasoline/91 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	7-Speed Dual Clutch	6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	55 Liters	55 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,612mm	4,612mm
Width	1,804mm	1,804mm
Height	1,488mm	1,488mm
Wheelbase	2,650mm	2,650mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	H-Shaped Torsion Beam	H-Shaped Torsion Beam
Front Brakes	Disc	Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc	Disc
Tires	205/55 R16	205/55 R16
Wheels	16 Inch Alloy	16 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	2	2
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Corner Brake Control, and Brake Assist	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution, Corner Brake Control, and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Vehicle Stability Control and Traction Control System	Yes, Vehicle Stability Control and Traction Control System
Other Safety Features	Adds: None	Reverse Parking Sensor, Motor Control Slide Retainer, Hill Start Assist System, Driver Seatbelt Reminder
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Yes	Yes
Other Exterior Features	Adds: Sunroof, Chrome Grille, Polished Tailpipe	LED Daytime Running Lights, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Aero Wipers
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric/Leather	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: Alloy Pedals, Rear Aircon Vent, Stowage Under Front Passenger Seat, Rear Reading Lamp, Rear 12V Socket	Start/Stop System, Brake Regeneration System, Pollen Filter, Folding Rear Seats, Front Armrest With Stowage
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors with Heat	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Automatic	Automatic
Audio System	AM/FM/AUX/USB	AM/FM/AUX/USB
Speakers	4	4
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None
Alarm	Yes	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
RIVALS	Chevrolet Cruze, Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Forte, Mazda 3, Mitsubishi Lancer, Nissan Sylphy, Toyota Corolla Altis

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Dodge Caliber - Generation 1 (2007-2009)

DODGE CALIBER (2007-2009)

After getting luck with high end American automobiles, CATS Motors tried their luck with the Caliber, which was packaged as a high end vehicle in Asia (it is Dodge's cheapest car in its line up back then) but falls short to hide its economy car roots. Not enough fortunes with this, it was pulled out in 2009.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	SXT
Years Available	October 2007-2009
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	2.0 DOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	160hp @ 6,400rpm
Torque	191Nm @ 5,000rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Dual VVT
Transmission	Continously Variable Transmission
Fuel Tank Capacity	51 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,414mm
Width	1,747mm
Height	1,533mm
Wheelbase	2,635mm
Curb Weight	1,378kg
Body Style	5 Door Hatchback
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	McPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi Link
Front Brakes	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Drum
Tires	215/60 R17
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	7
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes
Traction/Stability Control	None
Other Safety Features	Tire Pressure Monitor System
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front
Other Exterior Features	Rear Wiper
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Satin Silver Accents, Chill Zone Refrigerated Glove Box, Removable and Rechargeable LED Flashlight, Illuminated Front Cup Holders, Forward Fold Front Passenger Seat; 60/40 Fold Rear Seat
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Manual
Audio System	AM/FM/CD/MP3 with Boston Acoustics Music Gate
Speakers	9
Steering Wheel Controls	None
Alarm	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes
NOTES
RIVALS	Ford Focus Hatchback

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Car Features - May 2015 Philippines Car Sales Figures

In May 2015, 23,248 cars found a buyer which brings the total to 131,846 for the year. They've just updated the figures just recently so let's go to the details.

No bunch of surprises here, the Vios sells 2,886 (that's just almost the same amount when the sales of the Fortuners and Montero Sports sold in the same month are combined) units, which incidentally was their record month. The other three vehicles following are also Toyotas, which are the Fortuner at #2 (also it's year to date), Hiace at #3, and Innova at #4 (the Innova stands tall against the former car in a yearly basis though). Lastly, the Montero Sport is the non-Toyota in the top 5 which despite threats from the leader seller, it does not rest on its laurels.

Other great performers in the top include the Toyota Wigo, Ford Ranger, Mitsubishi Mirage G4, Honda City, and Isuzu MU-X

DISCLAIMER: SALES FIGURES RELEASED BY CAMPI AND AVID MAY VARY FROM HERE, SINCE AUTO FOCUS GETS ITS DATA FROM STRADCOM, THE OUTSOURCED IT COMPANY OF LTO.

Note: Not all vehicles are included in this list such as the Audi A4, Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet Suburban, Hyundai Eon, Lexus RX, Kia Optima, Mitsubishi L300, Subaru BRZ, Subaru Legacy, Suzuki Celerio, Suzuki SX4, and Volvo S60. Newly launched cars like the Honda Mobilio aren't also included here.

THIS MONTH'S WINNERS

Toyota Vios - 2,886 units

Toyota Hiace - 1,513 units

Mitsubishi Mirage G4 - 873 units

Honda City - 618 units

MAY 2015 (Ranked by the best selling models in that month)

	Vehicle	Sales (January-May)	Sales (May)
1	Toyota Vios	14,264	2,886
2	Toyota Fortuner	9,810	1,614
3	Toyota Hiace	7,474	1,513
4	Toyota Innova	7,852	1,363
5	Mitsubishi Montero Sport	6,913	1,040
6	Toyota Wigo	5,223	886
7	Mitsubishi Mirage G4	3,947	873
8	Ford Ranger	4,566	767
9	Isuzu MU-X	4,011	665
10	Honda City	3,751	618
11	Ford Ecosport	3,866	615
12	Toyota Hilux	3,753	583
13	Toyota Avanza	3,598	547
14	Mitsubishi Strada	1,983	544
15	Hyundai Accent	3,036	478
16	Mitsubishi Adventure	2,711	458
17	Mitsubishi Mirage	2,641	451
18	Kia Picanto	2,207	414
19	Nissan Navara	1,399	411
20	Toyota Corolla Altis	2,298	382
21	Nissan Urvan	2,034	382
22	Chevrolet Trailblazer	2,377	358
23	Isuzu Crosswind	1,909	296
24	Suzuki Ertiga	1,570	276
25	Kia Rio	1,271	236
26	Hyundai Grand Starex	1,092	227
27	Chevrolet Spin	1,395	208
28	Suzuki Swift	1,088	191
29	Isuzu D-Max	1,459	183
30	Honda Jazz	898	169
31	Toyota FJ Cruiser	1,061	163
32	Honda Brio/Brio Amaze	945	150
33	Suzuki Alto	519	146
34	Mazda 3	812	146
35	Subaru Forester	749	143
36	Hyundai Tucson	704	122
37	Toyota Yaris	679	116
38	Suzuki APV	681	115
39	Toyota Land Cruiser 200	385	111
40	Honda CRV	657	110
41	Nissan Almera	918	107
42	Mitsubishi Lancer EX	583	98
43	Honda Civic	416	96
44	Ford Fiesta	792	94
45	Nissan XTrail	519	88
46	Kia Sorento	402	81
47	Subaru XV	407	73
48	Ford Explorer	521	72
49	Toyota Camry	289	70
50	Hyundai Santa Fe	465	66
51	Ford Everest	808	65
52	Toyota RAV4	366	64
53	Mazda CX-5	409	61
54	Mazda 2	379	56
55	Suzuki Jimny	255	56
56	Chevrolet Sonic	391	52
57	Hyundai Elantra	227	46
58	Toyota Prado	215	43
59	Kia Sportage	366	42
60	Chevrolet Colorado	321	40
61	Mitsubishi Pajero	305	37
62	Honda Odyssey	163	37
63	Mitsubishi ASX	218	36
64	BMW 5-Series	99	36
65	Ford Mustang	59	35
66	Chevrolet Captiva	190	34
67	BMW 3-Series	123	33
68	Jeep Wrangler Rubicon	104	32
69	Toyota Alphard	107	31
70	Ford Focus	166	30
71	Suzuki Grand Vitara	227	29
72	Ford Escape	108	26
73	Volkswagen Polo	75	24
74	Chevrolet Spark	215	24
75	Lexus NX200t	98	23
76	Nissan Sylphy	211	19
77	Honda Accord	76	19
78	Subaru WRX	119	19
79	Mazda BT-50	135	17
80	Kia Carens	131	15
81	Nissan Patrol	93	15
82	Kia Soul	108	13
83	Mercedes-Benz E-Class	56	12
84	Peugeot 301	14	11
85	Mazda 6	56	11
86	Kia Carnival	97	11
87	BMW 2-Series	11	11
88	BMW 4-Series	26	11
89	BMW 7-Series	34	11
90	Subaru WRX STI	45	10
91	MINI Cooper	47	10
92	Lexus IS350	73	10
93	Mercedes-Benz C-Class	59	10
94	Tata Manza	24	9
95	Chevrolet Orlando	42	9
96	Peugeot 3008	77	9
97	Tata Xenon	25	8
98	BMW X4	9	8
99	Volkswagen Beetle	93	7
100	Lexus ES350	48	7
101	Mercedes-Benz S-Class	40	7
102	Volkswagen Touran	29	7
103	Tata Vista	18	6
104	Hyundai Sonata	13	6
105	BAIC MZ40	38	6
106	Mercedes-Benz A-Class	34	6
107	Lexus LX570	34	6
108	Nissan Grand Livina	7	5
109	Jeep Grand Cherokee	43	5
110	Volkswagen Golf GTI	20	5
111	Honda CR-Z	22	4
112	Dodge Durango	19	4
113	Honda Pilot	10	4
114	BMW M4 Coupe	4	4
115	Lamborghini Huracan LP 610-4	10	4
116	Peugeot 5008	22	4
117	Peugeot Expert Tepee	29	4
118	Chevrolet Cruze	33	3
119	BYD L3	8	3
120	Nissan Altima	53	3
121	Chevrolet Malibu	12	3
122	Toyota 86	71	3
123	Hyundai Genesis Coupe	29	3
124	Mazda CX-9	35	3
125	Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class	15	3
126	Dodge Challenger	7	3
127	Porsche Macan	42	3
128	Audi Q7	7	3
129	Volvo V40 Cross Country	21	3
130	Audi Q3	20	3
131	Volkswagen Tiguan	31	2
132	Ford Expedition	9	2
133	Mitsubishi L200	50	2
134	Peugeot 508	41	2
135	Porsche Cayman	8	2
136	Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class	9	2
137	Audi Q5	12	2
138	MINI Countryman	12	2
139	Toyota Previa	8	2
140	BYD F0	9	1
141	BAIC A113/A115	3	1
142	Volkswagen Jetta	7	1
143	Peugeot RCZ	16	1
144	BAIC MZ45	4	1
145	Dodge Ram 1500	15	1
146	Audi A1 Sportback	20	1
147	Mercedes-Benz B-Class	14	1
148	Audi A3	39	1
149	Lexus LS460 L	14	1
150	Lexus RCF	29	1
151	Mercedes-Benz SLK Class	5	1
152	Porsche Boxster	10	1
153	BMW M3	4	1
154	Bentley Continental GT V8 S	2	1
155	Lexus GX460	10	1
156	Volkswagen Touareg	18	1
157	Porsche Cayenne	11	1
158	Chrysler Town & Country	10	1
159	BYD F5 Suri	3	0
160	Peugeot 208 Gti	5	0
161	BAIC X424	1	0
162	BYD S6	1	0
163	Toyota Prius C	3	0
164	Toyota Prius	0	0
165	Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class	1	0
166	Audi A6	2	0
167	BAIC A523T	0	0
168	Porsche Panamera	2	0
169	Bentley Flying Spur V8	3	0
170	Chrysler 300C	1	0
171	BMW 6-Series	1	0
172	Bentley Mulsanne	0	0
173	Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4	1	0
174	Audi R8	3	0
175	Porsche 911 Carrera	14	0
176	Mercedes-Benz SL-Class	1	0
177	Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG	0	0
178	Bentley Continental GT3-R	0	0
179	Mercedes-Benz M-Class	0	0
180	BMW X6	3	0
181	Mercedes-Benz GL-Class	5	0
182	Mercedes-Benz G-Class	6	0
183	MINI Paceman	11	0
184	Volvo XC70	1	0
185	Lexus CT 200h	0	0

JANUARY-MAY 2015 YEAR TO DATE

	Vehicle	Sales (January-May)
1	Toyota Vios	14,264
2	Toyota Fortuner	9,810
3	Toyota Innova	7,852
4	Toyota Hiace	7,474
5	Mitsubishi Montero Sport	6,913
6	Toyota Wigo	5,223
7	Ford Ranger	4,566
8	Isuzu MU-X	4,011
9	Mitsubishi Mirage G4	3,947
10	Ford Ecosport	3,866
11	Toyota Hilux	3,753
12	Honda City	3,751
13	Toyota Avanza	3,598
14	Hyundai Accent	3,036
15	Mitsubishi Adventure	2,711
16	Mitsubishi Mirage	2,641
17	Chevrolet Trailblazer	2,377
18	Toyota Corolla Altis	2,298
19	Kia Picanto	2,207
20	Nissan Urvan	2,034
21	Mitsubishi Strada	1,983
22	Isuzu Crosswind	1,909
23	Suzuki Ertiga	1,570
24	Isuzu D-Max	1,459
25	Nissan Navara	1,399
26	Chevrolet Spin	1,395
27	Kia Rio	1,271
28	Hyundai Grand Starex	1,092
29	Suzuki Swift	1,088
30	Toyota FJ Cruiser	1,061
31	Honda Brio/Brio Amaze	945
32	Nissan Almera	918
33	Honda Jazz	898
34	Mazda 3	812
35	Ford Everest	808
36	Ford Fiesta	792
37	Subaru Forester	749
38	Hyundai Tucson	704
39	Suzuki APV	681
40	Toyota Yaris	679
41	Honda CRV	657
42	Mitsubishi Lancer EX	583
43	Ford Explorer	521
44	Suzuki Alto	519
45	Nissan XTrail	519
46	Hyundai Santa Fe	465
47	Honda Civic	416
48	Mazda CX-5	409
49	Subaru XV	407
50	Kia Sorento	402
51	Chevrolet Sonic	391
52	Toyota Land Cruiser 200	385
53	Mazda 2	379
54	Toyota RAV4	366
55	Kia Sportage	366
56	Chevrolet Colorado	321
57	Mitsubishi Pajero	305
58	Toyota Camry	289
59	Suzuki Jimny	255
60	Hyundai Elantra	227
61	Suzuki Grand Vitara	227
62	Mitsubishi ASX	218
63	Toyota Prado	215
64	Chevrolet Spark	215
65	Nissan Sylphy	211
66	Chevrolet Captiva	190
67	Ford Focus	166
68	Honda Odyssey	163
69	Mazda BT-50	135
70	Kia Carens	131
71	BMW 3-Series	123
72	Subaru WRX	119
73	Ford Escape	108
74	Kia Soul	108
75	Toyota Alphard	107
76	Jeep Wrangler Rubicon	104
77	BMW 5-Series	99
78	Lexus NX200t	98
79	Kia Carnival	97
80	Nissan Patrol	93
81	Volkswagen Beetle	93
82	Peugeot 3008	77
83	Honda Accord	76
84	Volkswagen Polo	75
85	Lexus IS350	73
86	Toyota 86	71
87	Ford Mustang	59
88	Mercedes-Benz C-Class	59
89	Mercedes-Benz E-Class	56
90	Mazda 6	56
91	Nissan Altima	53
92	Mitsubishi L200	50
93	Lexus ES350	48
94	MINI Cooper	47
95	Subaru WRX STI	45
96	Jeep Grand Cherokee	43
97	Chevrolet Orlando	42
98	Porsche Macan	42
99	Peugeot 508	41
100	Mercedes-Benz S-Class	40
101	Audi A3	39
102	BAIC MZ40	38
103	Mazda CX-9	35
104	BMW 7-Series	34
105	Mercedes-Benz A-Class	34
106	Lexus LX570	34
107	Chevrolet Cruze	33
108	Volkswagen Tiguan	31
109	Volkswagen Touran	29
110	Peugeot Expert Tepee	29
111	Hyundai Genesis Coupe	29
112	Lexus RCF	29
113	BMW 4-Series	26
114	Tata Xenon	25
115	Tata Manza	24
116	Honda CR-Z	22
117	Peugeot 5008	22
118	Volvo V40 Cross Country	21
119	Volkswagen Golf GTI	20
120	Audi Q3	20
121	Audi A1 Sportback	20
122	Dodge Durango	19
123	Tata Vista	18
124	Volkswagen Touareg	18
125	Peugeot RCZ	16
126	Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class	15
127	Dodge Ram 1500	15
128	Peugeot 301	14
129	Mercedes-Benz B-Class	14
130	Lexus LS460 L	14
131	Porsche 911 Carrera	14
132	Hyundai Sonata	13
133	Chevrolet Malibu	12
134	Audi Q5	12
135	MINI Countryman	12
136	BMW 2-Series	11
137	Porsche Cayenne	11
138	MINI Paceman	11
139	Honda Pilot	10
140	Lamborghini Huracan LP 610-4	10
141	Porsche Boxster	10
142	Lexus GX460	10
143	Chrysler Town & Country	10
144	BMW X4	9
145	Ford Expedition	9
146	Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class	9
147	BYD F0	9
148	BYD L3	8
149	Porsche Cayman	8
150	Toyota Previa	8
151	Nissan Grand Livina	7
152	Dodge Challenger	7
153	Audi Q7	7
154	Volkswagen Jetta	7
155	Mercedes-Benz G-Class	6
156	Mercedes-Benz SLK Class	5
157	Peugeot 208 Gti	5
158	Mercedes-Benz GL-Class	5
159	BMW M4 Coupe	4
160	BAIC MZ45	4
161	BMW M3	4
162	BAIC A113/A115	3
163	BYD F5 Suri	3
164	Toyota Prius C	3
165	Bentley Flying Spur V8	3
166	Audi R8	3
167	BMW X6	3
168	Bentley Continental GT V8 S	2
169	Audi A6	2
170	Porsche Panamera	2
171	BAIC X424	1
172	BYD S6	1
173	Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class	1
174	Chrysler 300C	1
175	BMW 6-Series	1
176	Lamborghini Aventador LP 700-4	1
177	Mercedes-Benz SL-Class	1
178	Volvo XC70	1
179	Toyota Prius	0
180	BAIC A523T	0
181	Bentley Mulsanne	0
182	Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG	0
183	Bentley Continental GT3-R	0
184	Mercedes-Benz M-Class	0
185	Lexus CT 200h	0

To see last month's sales figures, check January-April 2015 while per segment of the same time can be viewed here.

May 2015 per segment can be seen here.

Source:

http://www.autofocus.com.ph/afpmca.html

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Mazda MPV - Generation 1.2 (1996-1998)

MAZDA MPV (1996-1998)

With Francisco Motors having the E200 Power Van, Columbian Autocar Corporation imported the MPV from Japan. This one gets a 2.5 diesel engine and seating for 7, as opposed to the gasoline and 8 seater combination elsewhere.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	MPV
Years Available	April 1996-1998
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	2.5 SOHC 12V I4
Horsepower	117hp @ 3,500rpm
Torque	280Nm @ 2,000rpm
Fuel Type	Diesel
Fuel System	Distributor Type, Turbo
Transmission	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	74 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,670mm
Width	1,825mm
Height	1,750mm
Wheelbase	2,805mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	5 Door MPV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	7
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
Front Brakes	Disc
Rear Brakes	Drum
Tires	215/65 R15
Wheels	15 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	1
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes
Traction/Stability Control	None
Other Safety Features	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	None
Other Exterior Features	Roof Rails, Rear Wiper, Two Tone Paint, Body Sticker
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Fixed
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Second Row Captains Chairs
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Manual, Dual
Audio System	AM/FM/Cassette
Speakers	4
Steering Wheel Controls	None
Alarm	None
Keyless Entry	None
NOTES
RIVALS	Honda Odyssey, Nissan Vanette, Toyota Liteace

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Honda Odyssey - Generation 1 (1997-1998)

HONDA ODYSSEY (1997-1998)

The Odyssey was Honda's first vehicle with a third row seat to be offered locally. With just below 200 units being brought here, it is marketed as a limited edition vehicle. The nameplate would return after 14 years.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	Odyssey
Years Available	April 1997-September 1998
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	F22B6 2.2 SOHC 16V I4
Horsepower	130hp @ 5,300rpm
Torque	188Nm @ 4,200rpm
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	65 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,765mm
Width	1,793mm
Height	1,641mm
Wheelbase	2,830mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	5 Door MPV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Front Wheel Drive
Seating	7
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone with Coil Spring and Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension	Double Wishbone with Coil Spring and Stabilizer Bar
Front Brakes	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Disc
Tires
Wheels	Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	0
Anti-Lock Brakes	None
Traction/Stability Control	None
Other Safety Features	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	None
Other Exterior Features	Rear Wiper
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Foldable Second and Third Row
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Manual, Dual
Audio System	AM/FM/CD
Speakers
Steering Wheel Controls	None
Alarm	None
Keyless Entry	Yes
NOTES
RIVALS	Mazda MPV, Mitsubishi Space Wagon, Nissan Vanette, Toyota Liteace, Toyota Tamaraw FX

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Toyota Land Cruiser - Generation 8 (2003-2007)

TOYOTA LAND CRUISER (2003-2007)

The original Land Cruiser (1993-1998) was dropped from the line-up but Toyota brought in this vehicle in eight generation guise in 2003. Local models gained TEMS suspension, active height control, automatic sound levelizer among others. However, the 4.2 diesel comes with a manual and rear wheel drive. Grey market models have varying kits.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	LC100
Years Available	Through Grey Market: 1998-2007. Through TMP: 2003-2007
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	1HD-FTE 4.2 SOHC 24V I6
Horsepower	204hp @ 3,400rpm
Torque	430Nm @ 1,200-3,200rpm
Fuel Type	Diesel
Fuel System	Direct Injection
Transmission	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	96 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,890mm
Width	1,940mm
Height	1,890mm
Wheelbase	2,850mm
Curb Weight	2,460kg
Body Style	5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	8
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone with Active Height Control and Toyota Electronically Modulated Suspension
Rear Suspension	4-Link with Active Height Control and Toyota Electronically Modulated Suspension
Front Brakes	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Solid Disc
Tires	275/65 R17
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	6
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution and Brake Assist
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Vehicle Stability Control
Other Safety Features	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front
Other Exterior Features	Headlamp Washers, Roof Rails, LED Type Tail Lamp, Rear Wiper
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt
Steering Wheel Material	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Power, Driver and Front Passenger
Seating Material	Leather
Other Interior Features	Wood and Metal Accents, Optitron Gauges
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Automatic, Dual (Front), Manual (Rear)
Audio System	AM/FM/6 CD with Automatic Sound Levelizer and Rear Seat Audio System
Speakers	8
Steering Wheel Controls	None
Alarm	Yes
Keyless Entry	Yes
NOTES
RIVALS	Chevrolet Suburban, Ford Expedition

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Foton View - Generation 1 (2010-2014)

FOTON VIEW (2010-2014)

This Hiace clone (how many Hiace vans had the Chinese copied?) from Foton but with 15 seats and a 2.8 diesel. Aimed towards the fleet market, this one does not have any power amenities save for steering and carries a basic interior. This van was replaced by the more upmarket (but Hiace Super Grandia looking) View Traveller.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	View
Years Available	May 2010-2014
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	2.8 OHV 8V I4 Turbo
Horsepower	102hp @ 3,600rpm
Torque	202Nm @ 2,300rpm
Fuel Type	Diesel
Fuel System	Direct Injection
Transmission	5-Speed Manual
Fuel Tank Capacity	70 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	5,320mm
Width	1,690mm
Height	2,050mm
Wheelbase	2,890mm
Curb Weight	1,690kg
Body Style	4 Door Van
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Rear Wheel Drive
Seating	15
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	Rigid Axle, Leaf Spring
Front Brakes	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Drum
Tires	185 R14C
Wheels	14 Inch Steel with Cover
SAFETY
Airbags	0
Anti-Lock Brakes	None
Traction/Stability Control	None
Other Safety Features	None
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front
Other Exterior Features	Rear Spoiler
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Fixed
Steering Wheel Material	Urethane
Seating Adjustment	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric
Other Interior Features	60/40 Split Fold First Row, 40/40/20 Split Fold Second and Third Row, Fixed Fourth Row
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Manual, Dual
Audio System	AM/FM/CD/MP3
Speakers	2
Steering Wheel Controls	None
Alarm	None
Keyless Entry	None
NOTES
RIVALS	Mitsubishi L300, Nissan Urvan, Toyota Hiace

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Volkswagen Touareg - Generation 1 (2004-2006)

VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG (2004-2006)

Volkswagen's first attempt in the SUV race, the Touareg shares its platform with the Audi Q7 and Porsche Cayenne. Two models are available, a 3.2 V6 and 4.2 V8 petrol engines. No thanks to poor management, the entire Volkswagen line was discontinued in 2006.

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OWNERSHIP DETAILS	4.2 V8	3.2 V6
Years Available	October 2004-2006	April 2004-2006
ENGINE SPECS
Engine	4.2 32V V8	3.2 24V V6
Horsepower	306hp	217hp
Torque
Fuel Type	Gasoline/93 Octane	Gasoline/93 Octane
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection	Electronic Fuel Injection
Transmission	6-Speed Automatic	6-Speed Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity	100 Liters	100 Liters
DIMENSIONS
Length	4,755mm	4,755mm
Width	1,928mm	1,928mm
Height	1,727mm	1,727mm
Wheelbase	2,855mm	2,855mm
Curb Weight
Body Style	5 Door SUV	5 Door SUV
Engine/Drive Type	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive	Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive
Seating	5	5
SUSPENSION & TIRES
Front Suspension	Double Wishbone	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	4-Link	4-Link
Front Brakes	Vented Disc	Vented Disc
Rear Brakes	Drum	Drum
Tires	255/60 R17	255/60 R17
Wheels	17 Inch Alloy	17 Inch Alloy
SAFETY
Airbags	6	6
Anti-Lock Brakes	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution	Yes, With Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Traction/Stability Control	Yes, Anti-Slip Regulation Traction Control	Yes, Anti-Slip Regulation Traction Control
Other Safety Features	Adds: None	Electronic Differential Lock, Tire Pressure Monitor System
EXTERIOR
Fog Lamps	Front	Front
Other Exterior Features	Adds: None	Roof Rack, Side Mirror Signal Repeaters, Sun Roof
INTERIOR
Steering Wheel Adjustment	Tilt/Telescopic	Tilt/Telescopic
Steering Wheel Material	Leather	Leather
Seating Adjustment	Manual	Manual
Seating Material	Fabric	Fabric
Other Interior Features	Adds: None	Aluminum Accents, 60/40 Fold Rear Seat, Heated Front Seats, Multi Function Computer
CONVENIENCE FEATURES
Power Amenities	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors	Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors
Climate Control	Manual, Dual	Manual, Dual
Audio System	AM/FM/CD	AM/FM/CD
Speakers	10	10
Steering Wheel Controls	None	None
Alarm	None	None
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
NOTES
RIVALS	BMW X5, Land Rover Discovery, Mercedes Benz M Class, Volvo XC90

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